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American International School – Riyadh
The American International School – Riyadh (AIS-R) (previously known as American Preparatory School of Riyadh, RICS and SAIS-R is an independent, non-profit, K-12, coeducational day school following an American-based curriculum with a focus on international perspectives. The IB Diploma Program is also offered in the high school. The school was established in 1963 and is located in the kingdom's capital, Riyadh. Overview and history Governed by a strategic Board of Trustees, the American International School – Riyadh is an independent, non-profit, co-educational school offering an enriched American curriculum with a focus on global citizenship for students from pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Founded in 1963, AIS-R is currently in its 60th year, on a purpose-built campus in north Riyadh. AIS-R offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, and is accredited by both the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the Council of International Schools (CIS). Add ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Independent School
An independent school is independent in its finances and governance. Also known as private schools, non-governmental, privately funded, or non-state schools, they are not administered by local, state or national governments. In British English, an independent school usually refers to a school which is endowed, i.e. held by a trust, charity, or foundation, while a private school is one that is privately owned. Independent schools are usually not dependent upon national or local government to finance their financial endowment. They typically have a board of governors who are elected independently of government and have a system of governance that ensures their independent operation. Children who attend such schools may be there because they (or their parents) are dissatisfied with government-funded schools (in UK state schools) in their area. They may be selected for their academic prowess, prowess in other fields, or sometimes their religious background. Private schools ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
